So much work on the go, I took a week off down West Wales, while there I manage to finish off a few painting and start some new ones and hereís one in oils of a very young Orang, I came across this image in a calendar and I know about copy rights and so, but I just had to paint him/her just for the painting experience.
http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/08-Sep-2007/82849-01w.jpg
Iíll post some more updates pretty soon.

Painting fun
Gary

Ceci

09-08-2007, 03:50 PM

Well Gary, your primates ARE fantastic, and who cares if its from a calendar. Ive done dogs from calendars and I think we give them a better view.
Just love your orangutans, and this baby
ceci

aRt4us

09-08-2007, 04:27 PM

Thanks again Ceci
This one is coming on just fine I'm enjoying painting this image very much.
http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/08-Sep-2007/82849-02w.jpg
Painting fun
Gary

brisha

09-09-2007, 07:59 AM

He is adorable....

Can't wait to see him finished.

Tazz

09-09-2007, 09:14 AM

Great job so far Gary...as if you would do it any other way :thumbsup:

jody007

09-09-2007, 10:10 AM

Oh I am loving it!!!!! You know me and primates I just love them!
I am watching you work.
Jody

The blues in this one really lift it - one of my faves of yours - sometimes a pic just has a little bit of something magic - and I think this one makes that connection with me

aRt4us

05-18-2008, 04:14 AM

Hi All
Sept 07 was the last time I posted. Sorry but too much other stuff took priority over the paint brush which was so frustrating but had to be.
Now I have some time to paint and hereís an update, details work to eyes and surrounding area.

Wow-really enjoy watching the progression on this one
Looking great
Susan

aRt4us

05-18-2008, 08:23 AM

Try this link
http://www.art4us.me.uk/Child%20Orang.htm

Tazz

05-18-2008, 08:43 AM

There ya go...beautiful job Gary, love the eyes and the expression you've captued. This piece speaks volumes, well done.

PatrickHedges

05-18-2008, 07:53 PM

Gary, this is looking sensational. A sheer delight :)

butterflygal

05-19-2008, 12:21 PM

This is wonderful, Gary:clap: ! Just love it! The eyes are extraordinary!

online art

05-20-2008, 06:42 AM

Excellent expression! definately one of my favourites of yours :-o)

aRt4us

05-20-2008, 02:42 PM

Thanks All. For your inspiring kind comments.
Hi Tazz : Liking your Tazz devil WIP, we have a private number plate on our car......... Tazz 4414
Hi Patrick: loving your WIP and your web is great.
Hi Pam: love those colours in your fox painting.
Hi Jason: I admire your ability to give yourself such a challenge and having the image look great from the outset.
Try this link for the finished image
http://www.art4us.me.uk/Child%20Orang.htm

Fun Painting
Gary

Ceiliog

05-20-2008, 03:49 PM

Gary - a fantastic pic - west wales? Newcastle Emlyn? I am not sure about it being a calendar - I have walked those streets and seen this guy there. seriously this is a real standout piece, very impressive